Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Montevideo
Montevideo showing a high-rise building and heritage architecture
Montevideo featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and a day spa
Montevideo showing a city, street scenes and a high-rise building
Montevideo which includes modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Port Market

Port Market

4/5(2 reviews)

Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.

Port Market
Salvo Palace which includes street scenes, a sunset and a city

Salvo Palace

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.

Salvo Palace
Montevideo Cathedral showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Montevideo Cathedral

5/5(5 reviews)

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Montevideo Cathedral
Solis Theater

Solis Theater

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.

Solis Theater
Peatonal Sarandí

Peatonal Sarandí

You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a stop at Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Peatonal Sarandí

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino during your time in Montevideo? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino

Activities

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

AU$40
per adult
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Montevideo City Tour Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers

Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers

AU$79
per adult
Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers
Plaza Independencia

Half Day Private Montevideo City Tour

AU$217
per adult
Half Day Private Montevideo City Tour
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

Winery Familia Bouza Lunch

AU$257
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Winery Familia Bouza Lunch
Montevideo Must-See Sites Walking Tour With A Guide

Montevideo Must-See Sites Walking Tour with a Guide

AU$46
per adult
Montevideo Must-See Sites Walking Tour with a Guide
Montevideo Private Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

Montevideo Private Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

AU$204
per adult
Montevideo Private Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Ciudad Vieja Hotel Deals

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia, Montevideo
The price is AU$251 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Puerto de Montevideo and Radisson ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (735 reviews)
Radisson Montevideo
"Great place well located friendly staff. Bathroom a little run down. Otherwise is fine"

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Puerto Mercado Hotel
Puerto Mercado Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Cerrito 262, Montevideo
The price is AU$110 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (670 reviews)
Functional location.
"Good location, close to Montevideo Port and colonial side."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Solis 1433, Montevideo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$305 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$305
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
"Hotel staff were friendly, helpful and went above and beyond making us comfortable and treated us like royality. Hotel was beautiful and museum like. Breakfasts were amazing. I can't wait to return on my next visit."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel
4 out of 5
Misiones 1260, Montevideo
The price is AU$133 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Puerto de Montevideo and Montevideo Cathedral ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (522 reviews)
"The hotel is modern with large comfortable rooms. The hotel staff was very pleasant"

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Axsur Design Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia
NH Montevideo Columbia
4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473, Montevideo
The price is AU$104 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions La Pasionaria, universo ...
7.6/10 Good! (510 reviews)
"Ideal for being downtown Montevideo"

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2024

NH Montevideo Columbia
Palacio Hotel
Palacio Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Bartolomé Mitre 1364, Ciudad Vieja,, Montevideo
The price is AU$72 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (138 reviews)
"The staff were very nice. They cleaned room really well. They helped me with taxi, water, etc."

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Palacio Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo Centro

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.

Montevideo Centro
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Barrio Sur

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.

Barrio Sur
Mercado Agricola de Montevideo featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Aguada

If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.

Aguada
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Palermo

While Palermo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ramirez Beach and Parque Rodó.

Palermo
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Cordón

While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Teatro El Galpón and Tristan Narvaja Flea Market.

Cordón
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Parque Rodó

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Parque Rodó or Ramirez Beach.

Parque Rodó

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